How long does the battery seem to last? I've seen other models indicate good for 1000 views, is this similar? What have been your experiences?
41269
We've had ours over a year and it's still running, and we use it frequently. Hope that helps.
41270
The battery seems to last a long time...I'm very happy with the device as I could not see anyone through my old peephole and now they appear clearly and distinctly.
41271
I've had mine about a year and have not replaced batteries. But it depends how much you use it.
41272
Have had this for well over 14 months and haven't had to change the batteries
41273
Bought mine last fall & batteries are still going strong. Don't use it every day but it is over 6 months. Bought it for my mom & we both love it!
1371323
I haven't specifically used video that long, but with a couple of short (less than a minute vignettes each) with several hundred stills, 400+, and shooting off of the screen on the back and reviewing each shot as long as needed, I was able to do all that and the battery held up fine. That was over a couple of days even, and finally charged it when it got to about 5% after all that. Hope that helps.
875754
I used it for a week, shooting mostly stills, but some video and only then did it show as low battery. Of course, if you shoot a lot of video, the battery life will probably plummet (but I don't know that for sure). Did not use the flash much at all (so I don't know how that affects it). For normal shooting, you can probably get by with the included battery and one spare.
583567
Battery should last for approx. 200 shots, but if you view & edit in between taking photos, or take video, it uses more battery life; if it's cold outside, the battery can also be affected. I always bring a backup charged battery just in case.
735486
I've taken short vids. I've not tried long ones. There are two things limiting videos - battery and SD cardsize. My 8 gb card gives stores about 30 minutes at the default. The battery dies fairly quickly as well. As far as action or POV, if you can figure out how to mount it, why not? The camera has a 1/4-20 mounting thread. Or there's always duct tape :)
1505637
There is a little delay. More on some settings than others. I would say the battery life is good but I would recommend having a backup. I haven't had the camera for long and I'm no expert so I don't know what would be considered normal usage. I have shot over a hundred pictures on one battery and that is with some playing around with the camera also. Hope this helps.
849705
I want to say about 5 - 6 hours for me. I zoom A Lot but I still get many hours of shooting time, if I shoot a lot of videos that cuts into it also. I always carry an extra battery or two so I don't miss anything.
1008835
Its alright. You get at least 2-3 hours of full recording. This is a rough guesstimate from trying to think back on back experiences. Heads up: the screen shuts off and it seems like it automatically shuts off when you're on standby off but it really isn't. If you didn't turn off the camera then its not off. I initially thought the battery sucked because of this.
1458165
What will really drain the battery is zooming in and out a lot during video. But if you just video recording without using the zoom a lot, it will last quite a bit.
554065
My first camera lasted for only 25 pictures on one charge. I charged the battery for two hours. I sent it back and got another one. This one lasted for about 60 pictures! I don't know if I should send this one back as well. I love the camera, but I think the charge should last for more than one day. Any one else with problems with battery life?
2096724
I use my for video motorcycle rides the battery last about 25 minute with the screen turned off. I bought several after market batteries and they are a snug fit making it necessary to dismount the camera to change them. I finally put tape tabs on them to make it easier to pull them out. I wish I could power it off the bike.
1365166
My longest video has been half an hour and the battery is OK for that. I bought an Olympus charger and extra battery but have not needed it so far.
1589670
In all honesty I haven't used my camera all that much and I haven't recorded videos, which I imagine would drain the battery quicker. With that said, I charged my camera two months ago when I got it and I haven't re-charged it since. I've used it intermittently for fishing pictures and haven't noticed any issues with the battery life. My old Olympus camera had great battery life and stayed charged for several days of use, and from what I've seen with this one, I don't expect the battery life to be much different (although this camera is 12 MP and my old one was 4 MP - perhaps my old camera didn't use much juice in comparison???).
2126551
i did not use it for long duration videos. the video quality is 720 pixel. i think the battery life is good.
1865151
I haven't really gauged how long the battery lasts; much depends on flash usage, video vs. stills, etc. But, the battery in my new camera out lasts its predecessor, and I don't even give battery life a second thought. If you're worried, get a second, back-up battery.
675149
The battery lasts for several hours of continuous use. I did buy a backup battery as well. It ends up being a race between running out of battery and running out of storage memory. I've set this up on a tripod and recorded continuously for at least 2-3 hours (possibly longer...I did a 5 hour recording but I can't recall if I changed batteries mid-way or not). I also highly recommend getting the water-resistant housing (clear/orange)..I've used it to dive to 80ft.+ and it's repeatedly worked great. That housing also serves as a tripod mounting point. Hope that helps...feel free to ask any other questions. The battery lasts for several hours of continuous use. I did buy a backup battery as well. It ends up being a race between running out of battery and running out of storage memory. I've set this up on a tripod and recorded continuously for at least 2-3 hours (possibly longer...I did a 5 hour recording but I can't recall if I changed batteries mid-way or not). I also highly recommend getting the water-resistant housing (clear/orange)..I've used it to dive to 80ft.+ and it's repeatedly worked great. That housing also serves as a tripod mounting point. Hope that helps...feel free to ask any... » Read More The battery lasts for several hours of continuous use. I did buy a backup battery as well. It ends up being a race between running out of battery and running out of storage memory. I've set this up on a tripod and recorded continuously for at least 2-3 hours (possibly longer...I did a 5 hour recording but I can't recall if I changed batteries mid-way or not). I also highly recommend getting the water-resistant housing (clear/orange)..I've used it to dive to 80ft.+ and it's repeatedly worked great. That housing also serves as a tripod mounting point. Hope that helps...feel free to ask any other questions. « Show Less
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hello! Pretty good battery life...this has been a GREAT camera. This is my son's - he's really into making movies, uses it every day.Would recommend!